H958--Medical Health Physicist
ID: 36C26324Q1211Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

OTHER QC/TEST/INSPECT- COMMUNICATION, DETECTION, AND COHERENT RADIATION EQUIPMENT (H958)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d3d97dfa41a7491ab1f1760dc10f9690/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified small business sources, specifically Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) or Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), to provide Testing Laboratories and Services for the St. Cloud VA Health Care System in Minnesota. The objective of this Sources Sought Notice is to conduct market research to assess the availability of capable vendors who can deliver specialized health physicist services, including compliance evaluations and safety assessments of imaging equipment. This initiative is crucial for maintaining high standards of radiation safety and equipment performance in healthcare settings, ensuring the well-being of veterans receiving care. Interested parties must submit a capability statement via email to Contract Specialist Jeremy Mortice by October 4, 2024, at 8:00 AM CST, and are advised that no costs will be reimbursed for responses.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jeremy MorticeContract Specialist
    (555) 555-5555
    Jeremy.Mortice@va.gov
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    36C26324Q1211.docx
    The Sources Sought Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs seeks to identify small business sources, specifically Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses or Veteran Owned Small Businesses, capable of providing Testing Laboratories and Services for the St. Cloud VA Health Care System in Minnesota. The notice is part of market research under FAR Part 10 and is not a solicitation for offers; rather, responses will be used solely for informational purposes. Interested parties must submit a capability statement via email by October 4, 2024, at 8:00 AM CST, detailing their qualifications, experience, and relevant certifications. The scope of work and requirements for providers are outlined in an attached Statement of Work. The notice emphasizes that no costs will be reimbursed for responses, and it is imperative for vendors to verify their SDVOSB or VOSB status through the appropriate channels. The intent of this research is to assess the available market before proceeding with any potential contracting actions for specialized health physicist services.
    Draft P01. SOW - Medical Health Physicist.pdf
    The Statement of Work outlines a contract for a Medical Health Physicist and Radiation Safety Officer at the St. Cloud VA Health Care System and Brainerd Community Based Outpatient Clinic. The contractor must provide on-site services, including annual evaluations and compliance assessments of imaging equipment, as stipulated by the National Health Physics Program. The contract is structured as a Firm Fixed Price Service Contract, comprising a Base Year and four Option Years. Qualified personnel must possess relevant certifications and experience, and any personnel changes must be communicated in advance. Services include comprehensive evaluations of radiographic, fluoroscopic, CT, and MRI equipment, ensuring regulatory compliance and safety standards. The contractor will also conduct safety training, audits, and provide recommendations for improvements. Additionally, the contractor must maintain a 24-hour on-call service and submit detailed reports within 30 days of evaluations. The contract stipulates a background investigation for contractor personnel and requires adherence to VA security policies. This initiative underscores the VA's commitment to ensuring high standards of radiation safety and equipment performance in healthcare settings.
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